Mechanical Service Technician *4th Shift*

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 39,073 - 55,650; Full time

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking candidates for a fabrication, assembly, and maintenance role for hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, vacuum, and gas systems on test equipment. This role requires working weekend shifts from Friday to Sunday, 6:00AM to 6:30PM. A starting pay rate of $34.38 per hour is offered.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED, three years of relevant experience, and skills in machine shop operations. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain security clearances are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years experience in layout, fabrication, assembly, checking, and testing of hydraulic, vacuum, pneumatic, and refrigeration mechanical/electromechanical equipment.
• Ability to visualize and determine the most practical fabrication of equipment and materials.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, install, diagnose, repair, and modify hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, vacuum, and gas systems.
• Perform functional and operational tests on new and repaired units.
• Coordinate with engineers for mechanical modifications.
• Prepare written reports of all tests.

Skills

Machine shop skills

Experience with hydraulic systems

Blueprint interpretation

Basic hand tools proficiency

Experience in maintenance procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Drill presses

Job description

Job Overview

This position is a fabrication, assembly, and maintenance role for hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, vacuum, and gas systems on test equipment. The role requires a weekend shift on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:00AM to 6:30PM with a 30‑minute unpaid lunch. Starting pay rate is $34.38 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, install, diagnose, repair, and modify hydraulic, pneumatic, refrigeration, vacuum, and gas systems.
• Perform functional and operational tests on new and repaired units and document results.
• Coordinate with engineers to plan, lay out, and make mechanical modifications to test positions and units.
• Create supplementary sketches or diagrams to support mechanical modifications.
• Prepare written reports of all tests and recommend refinements to equipment and maintenance procedures.
• Perform periodic preventive maintenance as directed.
• Carry out brazing, soft and silver soldering, and minor sheet‑metal work.
• Use hand tools (micrometers, dial calipers, indicators, height gauges) and operate portable power tools and machine tools (lathes, milling machines, pedestal grinders, drill presses, band saws, belt sanders).
• Interpret primary design drawings, prints, schematic flow diagrams, sketches, or verbal instructions to develop practical procedures.
• Execute related computer and clerical functions such as operating the shop floor control system, documenting maintenance records, and requesting supplies.
• Rework, refurbish, and modify parts and equipment as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in layout, fabrication, assembly, checking, and testing of hydraulic, vacuum, pneumatic, and refrigeration mechanical/electromechanical equipment.
• Machine shop skills including setting up and operating conventional lathes, mills, drills, and pedestal grinders.
• Experience working from blueprints, primary design drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Ability to visualize and determine the most practical fabrication of equipment and materials.
• Successful completion of a qualifying or practical test.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret clearance prior to the start date.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an ATF clearance.
• Must be able to work any designated shift, including overnight.

EEO Statement

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.